First pitch: Astros’ Bedard makes spring training debut against Tigers First pitch: Astros’ Bedard makes spring training debut against Tigers So, a lot of the times, it can go against you or with you,” Bedard said. In game: Astros’ Bedard holds Tigers to … (more)one unearned run Watch for: Bedard – The lefty is competing for a spot in the back end of the Astros’ rotation. Throwing strikes, keeping the ball down,” Bedard said. Bedard pitched through rain and out of two jams, allowing one run and holding ground against a Tigers lineup that featured sluggers Prince Fielder and Victor Martinez. Best battle: With runners on first and second and no outs in the top of the second, Bedard got Pena to ground to shortstop Tyler Greene, who began a 6-4-3 double play.

In game: Astros’ Bedard holds Tigers to one unearned run

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Erik Bedard was slow, methodical and deliberate. He was also resourceful. The 33-year-old left-hander, who is trying to earn a spot in the back end of the Astros’ starting rotation, walked off the mound Tuesday with a 1-0 deficit to